This historical guest house property comprises the Messenger’s Cottage which is the oldest cottage in Grahamstown (built in 1814), a former Saddle Shop and Tannery, and the original Grahamstown Gentlemen’s Club. It was once home to District Surgeon Dr John Atherstone, famous 1820 Settler, Thomas Stubbs and later also to the author, poet and playwright, Professor Guy Butler. Butler wrote extensively about the property in the second part of his autobiography, “A Local Habitation”, a copy of which is available in the Guest House reception area for the interest of guests.

Accommodation

This gracious home and guest house has been meticulously and lovingly restored. It boasts a yellow wood staircase and floors, original Oregon pine panelling, high ceilings and generous rooms graced with Cape antiques and original art.

Accommodation for guests is provided by five beautifully furnished bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom and, not forgetting modern comforts: heated towel rails, satellite television, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryers and digital safes. For the comfort of our guests the four upstairs rooms are air conditioned whilst a heater and fan is provided in our garden room.

Guests have exclusive use of the elegant lounge where delicious breakfasts are served each morning. Relax at our vine-covered patio with salt water swimming pool or enjoy a treat at the on-site beauty clinic (by appointment only). Secure parking is provided behind beautiful old stone walls.

Enjoy unpretentious Eastern Cape hospitality in the heart of the City of Grahamstown. High Corner Guest House is the ideal base from which guests can explore this beautiful and vibrant city which played a major role in the history of South Africa.

Laundry facilities on request
Children welcome by arrangement.
Wi-fi internet hotspot
Computer access provided by arrangement
Credit Cards accepted